The geotechnical team is looking for a geomorphologist to support the team in geomorphological and sedimentological characterization for geological risks. The successful candidate will be based in one of our offices in Quebec. Responsibilities include photo-interpretation of unconsolidated deposits and fluvial/coastal processes, participating in hydro-sedimentary monitoring, planning and conducting geomorphological surveys, interpreting field data, and contributing to reports.

Must Have

• Perform photo-interpretation of unconsolidated deposits and fluvial and coastal processes.
• Participate in the development of hydro-sedimentary monitoring.
• Plan and conduct geomorphological surveys (topographic, topobathymetric, sedimentary sampling).
• Ensure interpretation and analysis of data directly in the field.
• Perform sedimentary data entry and interpretation.
• Participate in data presentation and report writing.
• Support the geomorphology and geotechnical team in photo-interpretation of unconsolidated deposits and fluvial and coastal erosion processes.
• Hold a Master's degree (Earth sciences, geography, environment, geology, etc.) with geomorphology expertise.
• Good knowledge of photo-interpretation of digital aerial images for mapping unconsolidated deposits and sedimentary processes.
• Knowledge of Quaternary stratigraphy and sedimentology.
• Knowledge of main data acquisition instruments and main geographic data processing software (ArcGIS, QGIS).
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written).

Good to Have

• Availability for occasional fieldwork in remote areas.
• Resourcefulness to solve unforeseen field problems.
• Strong interest and curiosity to learn new approaches and methods.
• Interest in aquatic ecology of fluvial and coastal environments.
• Teamwork skills and ability to integrate quickly.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Flexible work options
• Comprehensive employee-focused benefits
• Online health and wellness platform
• Attractive savings programs
• Clear vision for the future
• Exceptional collaborative culture

Job Description

The Opportunity

The geotechnical team is looking for a geomorphologist to support the team in geomorphological and sedimentological characterization for geological risks.

The successful candidate will be attached to one of our offices in Quebec.

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story – At WSP, we are proud to wear the red and white of our beautiful country and show the world everything Canada has to offer.
• Make the world around us better – From the environment to road infrastructure, including buildings and land development, WSP shapes our country.
• Excellent career prospects – We are growing rapidly and every day, we strive to surpass ourselves. We are open to your ideas and want to try new things.
• WSP means adopting an exceptional collaborative culture. Come discover our fantastic team.

We offer our employees competitive salaries, flexible work options, comprehensive employee-focused benefits, including an online health and wellness platform, as well as attractive savings programs and a clear vision for the future.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO WITH US:

• Perform photo-interpretation of unconsolidated deposits and fluvial and coastal processes in various contexts (linear construction projects, restoration and compensation, development of protection solutions against climate hazards, etc.);
• Participate in the development of hydro-sedimentary monitoring in the context of innovative and multi-year projects;
• Plan and conduct geomorphological surveys (topographic, topobathymetric, sedimentary sampling, etc.), accompanied by the technical team and under the supervision of a project manager;
• Ensure the interpretation and analysis of data directly in the field;
• Perform sedimentary data entry and interpretation;
• Participate in data presentation, particularly with the Geomatics and Cartography team, and in report writing;
• Support the geomorphology and geotechnical team in photo-interpretation of unconsolidated deposits and fluvial and coastal erosion processes.

WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• A Master's degree (Earth sciences, geography, environment, geology, etc.) and expertise focused on geomorphology;
• Good knowledge of photo-interpretation of digital aerial images for mapping unconsolidated deposits and sedimentary processes;
• Knowledge of Quaternary stratigraphy and sedimentology;
• Knowledge of main data acquisition instruments and main geographic data processing software (ArcGIS, QGIS);
• Availability for occasional fieldwork in remote areas;
• Resourcefulness to solve unforeseen field problems (repair of electronic, mechanical equipment or various sampling devices);
• Strong interest and curiosity to learn new approaches and methods;
• Interest in aquatic ecology of fluvial and coastal environments;
• Teamwork skills and ability to integrate quickly;
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written).